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Mostly just thoughts from the unKnown Universe... "subfloor" on Phish.net Sports: Red Sox, UConn Music: Phish, Billy Strings, The Beths, Molly Tuttle, REM, Pixies... Anything else, just ask...

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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 11h
Picture doesn't convey it well but still awed at how much brighter the stars seem here in Germany compared to STL...
A picture of the constellation Orion over a rooftop on Germany...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Rolling through every Treehouse of Horror as a lead up to Halloween...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
If you see this, post a vampire that isn't Dracula
static.klipy.com
Colin Robinson's Intense Energy Vampire Glare
ALT: Colin Robinson's Intense Energy Vampire Glare
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Stumbling as I fall from grace...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
It's a "I have front row seats to the end of the world" kinda day around here...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Wife getting ready for Halloween...
A creepy Halloween doll or figure with pale blue skin, wearing dark clothing, heavily covered in white artificial spider webs. Yellow, cat-like eyes peek out through the dense web fibers stretched across its head and face. Numerous small black plastic spiders crawl over the webbing across its entire body, head, and hands.
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Croquettes>tater tots with my Scalopini vino bianco...foreground is my wife's tagliatelle with salmon...love having places like this within walking distance...
Tagliatelle with Salman in front and Scalopini vino Bianca with croquet in the background.
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They Might Be Giants @tmbg.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Used to come to this place 30÷ years ago when I was stationed at Sembach AB. Great to be back for a relaxing evening in the biergarten...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Current status...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
No cheating. Share the last photo of the sky from your camera roll..
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
The guy behind me at Frankfurt Airport going on about how they should board flights from the rear and acting like his thoughts are more profound than the math is killing me right now...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Name 3 albums you can listen to with no skips Tracy Chapman - Self titled Tom Petty - Wildflowers Elton John - Madman Across the Water
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Getting ready for eclipse in our little village in Germany...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
KCC Athena is a lifesaver here in Germany... currently spinning Resurrection of Elmore James...
A black rectangular electronic device sitting on a light-colored wooden table or desk shelf.
Main Object (KCC Scientific Unit):
 * The device is a KCC Scientific "ATHENA" Low Frequency Converter, manufactured in the USA.
 * On the left side of the front panel, there is a prominent white logo that reads "KCC SCIENTIFIC". Below the logo is a rectangular warning label stating: "WARNING! NEVER PLUG 115V DEVICE INTO ATHENA SET TO 230V. DAMAGE TO DEVICE WILL RESULT."
 * Underneath the warning, there are small switches and indicators labeled for 50Hz / 60Hz and 230V / 115V, along with a label reading "MADE IN U.S.A."
 * On the upper right side, text reads "ATHENA" and "LOW FREQUENCY CONVERTER", followed by electrical ratings:
   * 115 V AC, 0.35A
   * 230 V AC, 0.18A
 * Below these ratings, near a power input socket labeled "INPUT 48V ⎓ 1.1A", a black power cord with a barrel connector is plugged directly into the port.
Adapter Attached to Front:
 * Directly in front of the center of the main unit sits a large, black ORBIT AC Adaptor wall-style power block (made in China), with its cord running downward.
 * The white label on the adapter lists its specifications, including:
   * OUTPUT: 24VAC 500mA 12W
   * INPUT: 120VAC 60Hz
 * A thin grounding wire (yellow-and-green striped) is fastened to a metal screw terminal on the main device near the center and extends downward alongside the black power cable.
Top & Background:
 * Resting on top of the black KCC unit is a small black remote control on the left and a pinkish translucent plastic pouch or film sheet laid flat across the top surface.
 * A
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
If you see this, quote the energy you bring to Bluesky
static.klipy.com
Colin Robinson's Intense Energy Vampire Glare
ALT: Colin Robinson's Intense Energy Vampire Glare
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Chances of a Big Ball Jam or Take the A Train? #phish
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Getting our household goods dropped off...we lost so many things to water damage because crates weren't sealed properly by movers...luckily most of it can be replaced, just a hassle and a garage full of moldy items we need to get rid of...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
A few pics from Pixies last night...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Pixies I. Frankfurt tonight...
Based on **image.png**, here is a description of the shirt:
## Overview
The garment appears to be a black t-shirt or sweatshirt draped over the back of a stadium seat. It features a large, prominent graphic print on the back in a stark, high-contrast monochrome (black and white) style.
## Graphic Details
 * **Central Figure:** The main focus of the print is a stylized, grayscale portrait of a person with dark hair, shown from a side profile or looking downward. They are wearing a prominent dark hoop earring, and the image has a textured, artistic, or slightly vintage film-grain aesthetic.
 * **Religious Imagery:** To the upper right of the person, there is a clear depiction of a crucifix (a cross featuring the figure of Jesus).
 * **Composition:** The artwork is framed within a large, slightly irregular trapezoidal border that spans across most of the upper half of the garment, creating a bold, gothic, or alternative visual style.
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
We may still be 10 under .500, but I'll take a 4 game sweep of the Yankees any day! #redsox
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
My wife's latest blog for her job is about craftivism. While I'm proud of all her work, I really liked this and thought I would share.
stencilgirltalk.com
Stencils & Craftivism: Art and Craft as Tools for Activism
A blog for the StencilGirl Product line owned by Mary Beth Shaw for people who love stencils like we love stencils.
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
This hoodie from @mbird.org is super soft...Now if only it wasn't going to be over 95 every day for the next week here in Kaiserslautern...
The image displays the front and back layout of a heather grey, pullover-style hoodie from the Mockingbird Foundation store. Here is a breakdown of the design details:

Front Design
Style: A classic, relaxed-fit pullover with a kangaroo front pocket and white drawstrings for the hood.

Left Chest Graphic: A small, clean emblem featuring a stylized, flying mockingbird silhouette. Above the bird, the arched text reads "FLY FAMOUS", and below it reads "MOCKINGBIRD" in a matching arched format. The text and logo are printed in a dark teal or forest green shade with a subtle white outline.

Back Design
Main Graphic: The back features a significantly larger, bold circular emblem centered between the shoulders.

Text & Imagery:

The outer ring of the circle features the words "THE MOCKINGBIRD FOUNDATION" wrapping around the top, and "FLY FAMOUS MOCKINGBIRD" completing the loop at the bottom.

The center of the emblem showcases the same detailed mockingbird in full flight, soaring upward against a solid dark teal background.

Colorway: The entire graphic uses a cohesive palette of dark teal, white accents, and the heather grey background showing through parts of the design.
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Went all out on the anniversary dinner...
Here is a detailed image description of **image.png** designed for visually impaired readers:
## Overview
The image is a first-person, eye-level shot taken outdoors on a paved pedestrian street. It features two hands holding up a bottle of Coca-Cola and two large, warm, freshly baked pizza snacks housed in brown paper sleeves. The background shows a sunny European storefront street.
## Detailed Description
### Foreground Elements
 * **The Hands:**
   * On the left, a person's hand with a black fabric or nylon watchband holds both a plastic bottle of Coca-Cola and one of the paper food sleeves.
   * On the right, another person's hand holds the second paper food sleeve.
 * **The Coca-Cola:** A standard plastic bottle filled with dark soda, featuring the iconic red Coca-Cola label that reads "Coca-Cola ORIGINAL TASTE" and a bright red plastic cap.
 * **The Food Sleeves:** Two open-topped, V-shaped brown Kraft paper pockets designed for carrying street food.
   * The sleeve on the right clearly displays playful German text printed in a red, cursive font that reads: *"Keine Pizza ist auch keine Lösung."* (This translates to: "No pizza is not a solution either.") Below the text is a small red logo for "Ditsch," a well-known German bakery chain, followed by smaller text reading *"Brezelbäcker seit 1919"*.
   * The sleeve on the left is partially obscured but shares the same design.
 * **The Food:**
   * The sleeve on the left holds a thick-crust, flatbread-style pizza snack topped with melted cheese and several large, round slices of dark pepperoni or salami.
   * The sleeve on the right holds a similar thick-crust snack topped with bubbling, golden-brown melted cheese, red tomato sauce, and herbs.
### Background Elements
 * **The Ground:** The scene is set on a pedestrian walkway paved with rectangular, gray interlocking stone pavers arranged in a clean, geometric pattern. Shadows and bright sunlight dapple the ground.
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Getting prescriptions filled in Germany is so cheap and easy I might not even need to send anything to my FSA for payback...
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Bill Scheft @billscheft.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Knicks ars 86-47 at MSG since Tracy Morgan yakked on floor in 2025. Your move, Rangers!
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
Just discovering that the local butcher and farms here all have vending machines so you can get meat, eggs, fresh milk, local honey etc. 24/7...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Peaceful ride through German back roads to and from work today...Molly Tuttle, Elephant Revival, Horseshoes and Hand Grenades and String Dusters made it even better...Enjoy the weekend folks...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Amazing fusion food at this little place in our new village. Our house is about a minute away...already established that we will be regulars.
An outdoor, wide, low-angle shot shows the front of a German bistro named "Mex Indi Bistro." The sign advertises Mexican, Indian, and European cuisine. The building's exterior is painted a light sage green, and the bistro is situated in a European-style neighborhood with other buildings visible nearby.
## The Bistro Sign
A large rectangular sign is mounted above the building's entrance. The sign has a white background with a colorful border of small, alternating red, yellow, and green triangles at the top and bottom.
 * **The Logo:** The name "MEX INDI" is written in large, stylized letters. The letters have a distressed, textured look and are colored with a gradient of red, green, and white, resembling the colors of both the Mexican and Indian flags. A large red sombrero with green and yellow accents sits on top of the letters. A red chili pepper curves vertically between the words "MEX" and "INDI," replacing the "I" in "INDI."
 * **The Text:** Below "MEX INDI," the word "Bistro" is written in a black cursive script. Underneath that, a line of text in a black, sans-serif font reads: **"MEXIKANISCH | INDISCH | EUROPÄISCH"** (German for Mexican | Indian | European).
## The Building and Entrance
The sign is attached to a triangular, black-pai
nted awning that juts out over the building's entrance.
 * **Lighting:** Strings of small white Christmas lights hang from the bottom edge of the awning. Several small, round recessed lights are visible on the underside of the black awning. Another string of star-shaped lights is draped across the green facade of the building below the awning.
 * **Windows and Doors:** A white-framed glass door is positioned under the awning. To the right of the door is a window with a neon "OPEN" sign glowing in red and blue. To the left of the door, another window is partially visible.
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
Went out to celebrate 1st week in Germany. Wife had Schnitzel Bolegnese, and I had a Cordon Blue Schnitzel. Blood Orange beer made on site was killer. Massive portions so we have lunch for tomorrow covered.
The image features a close-up, top-down view of a hearty meal served on a grey, textured plate, set on a light-colored tablecloth in a restaurant setting.
### In the Foreground
The main focus is a large, flat cutlet or flatbread dish, thickly smothered in melted, browned mozzarella cheese and a red meat sauce (similar to a Bolognese) that has spilled slightly onto the plate. The dish is heavily piled with thick, golden, skin-on french fries that look crispy and are seasoned with coarse salt. A light garnish of chopped fresh parsley is scattered across the cheese and fries.
To the bottom left, a single, bright red cherry tomato sits near the edge of the plate. A silver steak knife with "COMAS INOX" engraved on the blade rests horizontally across the lower portion of the food, and the tines of a silver fork are visible at the very bottom edge. A sprig of rosemary tucks under the left side of the main dish.
### In the Background
The background is softly blurred but shows another diner across the table, partially visible from the chest down, using a knife and fork to eat. Their plate contains fried, golden-brown food (possibly schnitzel or croquettes) topped with sliced red onions, a small white ramekin filled with dark red cranberry or lingonberry sauce, fried onion straws, and a lemon wedge. To the upper left, a separate grey side bowl filled with more fried onion straws sits on the table.
The lighting is bright and natural, casting a warm glow over the entire meal.
Here is a detailed description of the image featuring the prominent statue at the Big Emma restaurant:
## Overview
The image captures a massive, stylized, three-dimensional statue of a cheerful female chef or cook standing outside a building. The statue serves as an eye-catching advertisement or mascot for the restaurant, illuminated from below to stand out against the evening sky.
## Key Features of the Statue
 * **The Character:** The figure is depicted with a wide, friendly smile, prominent rosy cheeks, and brown hair tucked under a classic white, puffy chef's hat (toque).
 * **Attire:** She is wearing a simple, short-sleeved red dress covered by a large, draped white apron that hangs down past her waist.
 * **The Platter:** Held prominently in both hands at chest level is a large, golden-yellow serving tray laden with traditional, hearty food items:
   * A whole, roasted brown chicken or turkey.
   * A massive, overflowing glass mug of beer complete with a thick, frothy white head.
   * What appear to be large potatoes or dumplings.
 * **Lighting:** Strong warm spotlights at the base project upward, creating bright highlights and deep shadows along the folds of the apron, dress, and the underside of the platter, giving the figure a dramatic, glowing presence.
## Background and Context
 * **The Building:** The statue stands directly in front of a rustic-style building featuring a dark wooden balcony or framework and a traditional tiled roof made of textured grey shingles.
 * **Signage:** In the lower right corner, a small, circular hanging sign is visible. It mirrors the statue's design with a cartoon illustration of the same chef character and clearly displays the restaurant's name, **"BIG EMMA."**
 * **Environment:** Green treetops filter into the right side of the frame, and thin overhead power lines span across the pale, overcast twilight sky in the top-left corner.
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
You think by now Nickelback has used AI to figure out what the hell is on Joey's head?
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
We got cows! Dogs didn't know what to think. We're all still jetlagged...
Picture of a cow standing along a fence line.
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Germany here we come!
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
If you elect me, I promise to change the law so you may enjoy a refreshing ginger ale anywhere and not just on a plane.
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Household goods picked up, house sold (to my son and included a nice "gift of equity"), my car sold, wife's car shipped...we fly to Germany on Sunday!
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
Looking forward to this. Will probably bring my last stateside show before we head to Germany.
This image is a digital flyer for a music event titled **"Leftover Salmon's Arch Deluxe,"** scheduled for **May 1–2, 2026**.
The poster features a retro, mid-century modern aesthetic with a playful, cartoonish centerpiece: a giant hamburger character wearing a top hat and a tuxedo, swinging on a swing set framed by the St. Louis Gateway Arch.
### Event Details
 * **Main Act:** Leftover Salmon
 * **Event Name:** Atomic Block Party
 * **Location:** 4140 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
 * **Dates:** May 1–2, 2026
### Supporting Lineup
The flyer lists several featured bluegrass and folk-influenced bands:
 * Mountain Grass Unit
 * Horseshoes & Hand Grenades
 * The HillBenders
 * Falling Fences
 * ClusterPluck
 * Moon Valley
 * Front Porch
 * Silas Herman and the Tone Unit
 * Justin Rose & The Green Thumbs
 * Haelnhøj
 * Barnum Jack
 * Scroggins & Farrar
### Visual Style
The design uses a warm, vintage color palette of cream, teal, and red. Below the main graphic, the text "Atomic Block Party – St. Louis, MO" is displayed in a bold, stylized font. The bottom of the image shows a user interface from a mobile device or website, including the address and buttons for "Venue Info" and "Open in maps."
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
Thinking of buying a Landrover when I get to Germany, but only so I can drive around Europe pretending I'm the bad guy from a movie...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Big Wu playing Saint Louis before I leave for Germany... sounds like a no-brainer to me...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
I've made many mistakes in my life, but allowing Olipop Root Beer into my mouth today has to be one of the biggest...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
As far as tourneys go, nothing matches the drama that surrounds the All Valley...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Me dealing with my family getting ready for this move to Germany...
media.tenor.com
a man in a suit and tie is saying where 's the tylenol
ALT: a man in a suit and tie is saying where 's the tylenol
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1020... Made this tonight...pretty damn good.
cooking.nytimes.com
Lemony Shrimp and Bean Stew Recipe • 5★ • 30 min
With minimal prep and a quick cook time, this shrimp stew feels elegant for such an easy weeknight meal You can also take the dish in a number of directions: Substitute the shrimp with an equal amount...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Did the guys from Nickelback ever figure out what the hell was on Joey's head?
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Adam Tex Davis @adamtexdavis.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
From Miracle on Ice to Miracle With ICE... (They just have to ruin everything...)
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
May only be a spring training game, but it's nice to have the Red Sox on the TV while I knock out some chores...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
If interview this morning went as well as I think, I'll be living in Germany in a few months...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Picture of an "I Voted!" sticker applied to my Chromebook...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
I might take AI John Madden and Pat Summerall calling this game over having to listen to Collinsworth...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
Sound sucks of course...
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Tim @subfloor.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
Glad USA won the team event, but also kinda feel for the kid from Japan...
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